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NAC benefits for PCOS

NAC benefits for PCOS

by Dr. Samina Mitha, ND on May 2, 2022 with No Comments

A research article came out today on N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) and PCOS. This is a systematic review and meta-analysis meaning researchers have looked at many different studies and come up with a conclusion. What they have found is NAC supplementation can decrease total testosterone levels and increase FSH (follicle stimulating … Read More

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What to Consider After a PCOS Diagnosis

What to Consider After a PCOS Diagnosis

by Dr. Samina Mitha, ND on March 7, 2022 with No Comments

It can be overwhelming to receive a Polycystic Ovary Syndrome diagnosis. Women often wonder: “What exactly is PCOS, and what does this mean for me?” I often hear women saying that they’re told not to worry about their symptoms. Furthermore, that they can start treating their PCOS when they want … Read More

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Top 3 Supplements for Insulin Resistance

Top 3 Supplements for Insulin Resistance

by Dr. Samina Mitha, ND on December 14, 2021 with No Comments

 Insulin is one of the most important hormones in our bodies. When you eat something that contains glucose—such as bread, rice, and baked goods—this sends a signal to the pancreas to release insulin. In turn, insulin’s job is to bind to the cell’s receptor sites, which opens up the shuttle … Read More

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What is the deal with CoQ10 and Fertility…

What is the deal with CoQ10 and Fertility…

by Dr. Samina Mitha, ND on November 28, 2017 with No Comments

  Coenzyme Q10 (a.k.a. CoQ10) is all the rage right now with male and female fertility. So why is this one supplement, creating all the buzz? Well, CoQ10 is found in virtually almost all cells of our body including the ovaries. It is the fuel source for the mitochondria – … Read More

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Heart disease was not something I was concerned ab Heart disease was not something I was concerned about…

…when I was first diagnosed with PCOS. 

Now having been diagnosed over 10 years ago now, and into my mid thirties, this is something I am thinking more about. 

If you have PCOS, the number one thing you can do is get a yearly check up via bloodwork to ensure your health is healthy. At your next doctor’s appointment, if your doctor isn’t informed about the risk, let them know that having PCOS you are twice as likely to have a cardiovascular event such as a heart attack or stroke. 

Stay tuned this month as I talk more about how PCOS can increase your risk for heart disease and what you can do about it! 

Have questions about heart disease? Drop them in the comments below ⬇️
I can be the worst at remembering my supplements. I can be the worst at remembering my supplements. These are my tips that I’ve used. 

Have any other suggestions? Drop them in the comments below.
I was obsessed. Going through my fertility I was I was obsessed. 

Going through my fertility I was obsessed with getting pregnant. I reviewed my ultrasounds almost daily, checked my LH ovulation stripes multiple times. I looked back at old labs all the time. I was constantly thinking about it. 

“What am I doing wrong?” I would ask. 

I worked so hard the years before to set my body up, only to get to trying and it just didn’t work. 

I felt like I tried everything. 

I was taking the supplements, exercising, eating well, doing yoga, meditating and more. 

My problem was that I was obsessed with it all. It engulfed me to the point where my body was like, “no this is not the space a baby wants to grow.”

I started going back to things I enjoyed doing. Reading books was something I have always enjoyed. 

Reading was my escape. 

It really helped me to separate myself from getting pregnant. It calmed my stress and it really helped me to think about something other than my lab reports. 

I know some of you out there can resonate. 

I encourage you to think of something that brings you joy while you are trying to conceive. 

If you want more free resources head to the link in my bio to my blog to learn more!

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Ask your healthcare provider for this lab test nex Ask your healthcare provider for this lab test next time you are looking to asses for inflammation. 

Have any questions on inflammation? Drop them in the comments below
Did you know that by having Polycystic Ovarian Syn Did you know that by having Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome you are at an increased risk of developing Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. This is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland causing inflammation and damage to the thyroid gland. Eventually it can cause a decrease in thyroid hormone production known as Hypothyroidism. Symptoms of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis include fatigue, weight gain and feeling cold. 

Researchers studied about 827 women with PCOS who were receiving fertility treatments and it was found that Hashimoto’s thyroiditis was 3x more common in women with PCOS than women without the syndrome. 

Why is this important? Having an autoimmune condition like Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis can impair fertility among other symptoms such as weight gain. 

What can you do? Always ask your healthcare provider to monitor your thyroid gland via lab work. Two tests that can determine if Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is present include Anti-thyroglobulin and Anti-thyroperoxidase - these are two antibodies that are produced in the immune system that can attack the thyroid gland. 

How can this be treated? Both conditions (PCOS and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis) can be treated using lifestyle changes including diet, exercise and supplementation. 

Have any questions? Drop them in the comments below 👇🏽

https://www.endocrineweb.com/news/thyroid-diseases/59637-hashimotos-thyroiditis-pcos-there-connection
I remember very distinctly sitting in a restaurant I remember very distinctly sitting in a restaurant contemplating all of the careers I was interested in. The only one I always came back to was a naturopathic doctor. The the naturopathic doctor I had seen when irregular cycles and extreme acne hit me was the only person who helped me to confirm my diagnosis of PCOS. 

It was so enlightening that someone sat with me and explained everything that I was experiencing and there was an actual solution that didn’t involve taking birth control. 

I remember wanting to be that person. Wanting to help other women just like me. If you have PCOS the last thing you need is to feel confused on how to deal with your symptoms. 

This is where I come in. To help guide you on what works when it comes to managing PCOS. We know PCOS can be managed using lifestyle especially through food. 

The first thing you can do is download Your PCOS food cheat sheet using the link in my profile. This will get you started!

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